Current Affairs Quiz 31 July 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 31 July 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
The recent 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Kamchatka Peninsula is significant due to which of the following reasons?
1. It occurred in one of the most densely populated regions of Russia.
2. It lies on the Circum-Pacific Seismic Belt.
3. Kamchatka has recorded over 100 earthquakes above magnitude 7.5 since 1900.
4. It was the strongest earthquake in Russia in over a century.
Select the correct answer using the code below:CorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ B. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 ✗ Incorrect – Kamchatka is a remote and sparsely populated region of Russia.
• Statement 2 ✓ Correct – The Kamchatka Peninsula lies along the Circum-Pacific Seismic Belt (Ring of Fire), known for frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity.
• Statement 3 ✓ Correct – Kamchatka has experienced 100+ earthquakes above 7.5 magnitude since 1900, indicating very high seismic activity.
• Statement 4 ✗ Incorrect – While the earthquake was very strong, it is not the strongest in over a century in Russia (e.g., the 1952 Kamchatka quake was also very powerful).IncorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ B. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 ✗ Incorrect – Kamchatka is a remote and sparsely populated region of Russia.
• Statement 2 ✓ Correct – The Kamchatka Peninsula lies along the Circum-Pacific Seismic Belt (Ring of Fire), known for frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity.
• Statement 3 ✓ Correct – Kamchatka has experienced 100+ earthquakes above 7.5 magnitude since 1900, indicating very high seismic activity.
• Statement 4 ✗ Incorrect – While the earthquake was very strong, it is not the strongest in over a century in Russia (e.g., the 1952 Kamchatka quake was also very powerful). - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to the recent announcement by the U.S. President on trade with India, consider the following statements:
1. The new tariff imposed on Indian imports is 25% with an additional penalty.
2. The main reasons cited include India’s trade barriers and purchases from Russia.
3. India has already signed a comprehensive Bilateral Trade Agreement with the U.S.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 ✓ Correct – The U.S. President announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports, calling it a “penalty” due to India’s alleged trade barriers and military dealings.
• Statement 2 ✓ Correct – The tariff decision cites India’s trade barriers and continued purchases from Russia, especially energy.
• Statement 3 ✗ Incorrect – India and the U.S. have not yet signed a comprehensive Bilateral Trade Agreement; negotiations are ongoing.IncorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 ✓ Correct – The U.S. President announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports, calling it a “penalty” due to India’s alleged trade barriers and military dealings.
• Statement 2 ✓ Correct – The tariff decision cites India’s trade barriers and continued purchases from Russia, especially energy.
• Statement 3 ✗ Incorrect – India and the U.S. have not yet signed a comprehensive Bilateral Trade Agreement; negotiations are ongoing. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following pairs regarding contributions to the NISAR satellite mission:
Component Agency
L-band SAR ISRO
S-band SAR NASA
Satellite Bus ISRO
Radar Antenna Boom NASAWhich of the pairs are correctly matched?
CorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ C. 3 and 4 only
Explanation:
• Pair 1: Incorrect – NASA provided the L-band SAR.
• Pair 2: Incorrect – ISRO developed the S-band SAR.
• Pair 3: Correct – ISRO contributed the satellite bus (the main structure).
• Pair 4: Correct – ISRO provided the launch services using the GSLV rocket.IncorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ C. 3 and 4 only
Explanation:
• Pair 1: Incorrect – NASA provided the L-band SAR.
• Pair 2: Incorrect – ISRO developed the S-band SAR.
• Pair 3: Correct – ISRO contributed the satellite bus (the main structure).
• Pair 4: Correct – ISRO provided the launch services using the GSLV rocket. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
What is the main purpose of the Legal Aid Defence Counsel Scheme (LADC) launched in 2022?
CorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ A. To provide dedicated criminal defence to accused persons only
Explanation:
• The LADC Scheme, launched by NALSA, aims to provide free, quality legal defence to accused persons in criminal matters at the district level.
• It introduces dedicated criminal defence units, distinct from the earlier empanelled model.
• It does not train judges (A), does not replace all empanelled lawyers (B), and is not linked to mediation in commercial courts (D).IncorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ A. To provide dedicated criminal defence to accused persons only
Explanation:
• The LADC Scheme, launched by NALSA, aims to provide free, quality legal defence to accused persons in criminal matters at the district level.
• It introduces dedicated criminal defence units, distinct from the earlier empanelled model.
• It does not train judges (A), does not replace all empanelled lawyers (B), and is not linked to mediation in commercial courts (D). - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
In the context of mangrove restoration, what is the primary ecological function of pneumatophores?
CorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ B. Respiration in waterlogged conditions
Explanation:
• Pneumatophores are specialized aerial roots found in mangrove species like Avicennia.
• They help in gas exchange, allowing the plant to breathe in oxygen-poor, waterlogged soils.
• They are not for salt storage , not mainly for protection , nor metal absorption .IncorrectCorrect Answer: ✓ B. Respiration in waterlogged conditions
Explanation:
• Pneumatophores are specialized aerial roots found in mangrove species like Avicennia.
• They help in gas exchange, allowing the plant to breathe in oxygen-poor, waterlogged soils.
• They are not for salt storage , not mainly for protection , nor metal absorption .
